RCMP arrest pair following arrest, confiscate assault rifle and drugs

A high-speed chase yesterday led to two arrests and the seizure of an assault rifle, high capacity magazine, and a quality of drugs believed to be cocaine.

The incident began Thursday morning when local RCMP responded to a vehicle complaint. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop for police and a monitored pursuit began. When the vehicle entered Battleford town limits, the pursuit was terminated due to public safety concerns.